Discover wild Orkney: Autumn

Discover wild Orkney in autumn. This is a time of change. Many birds that have called Orkney home for the summer and raised their families here have left. Seabirds like guillemots and puffins have headed out to sea, while Arctic terns have begun their annual journey to the other side of the world. At the same time birds like redwings and many geese arrive. Waders gather in large groups along the shore and take to the air together when startled. The sight of a swirling, shimmering flock of golden plover is breathtaking. For grey seals though, this is when they have their pups. Orkney is an internationally important home as a breeding ground for both grey and common seals (which pup in summer) and a great place to go seal- watching. Take a look for yourself to discover wild Orkney in autumn. For more information visit rspb.org.uk/orkney